Lane Shifts to be Removed on I-95 at Eddy Street Bridge in Providence, Paving to Follow

As part of its ongoing $18.5 million project to repair five bridges along I-95 in Providence, the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) will remove the current lane shifts on I-95 northbound and southbound at the Eddy Street Bridge, near Exits 19 and 20 in Providence, on Thursday read more…

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Henri Shifts East to Follow I-95. Widespread Power Outages, Heavy Rain and High Wind Expected

The National Weather Service reports that tropical storm Henri remains on track to slam into southern New England Sunday morning and is expected to bring severe flooding, very high winds and historic power outages along its path.

The storms path has shifted to the east as it follows the route read more…

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Rhode Island DOT to Open Bridge, Shift Lanes at I-95 Exit 3 Project on June 20

As part of its ongoing $21.3 million project to replace the Kingston Road Bridge on I-95 at Exit 3 (Route 138) in Richmond, the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) will open the newly reconstructed southbound bridge on Sunday night, June 20. This will restore traffic to its original read more…

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Paving Coming for Two Sections of I-95 in Rhode Island Beginning May 2

The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) will mill and pave two section of I-95 in Richmond and Pawtucket to improve the riding surface following bridge construction projects.

On Sunday, May 2 RIDOT will mill I-95 South followed by I-95 North on Monday, May 3 at the Baker Pines read more…

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3.2 Trillion Miles Driven On U.S. Roads In 2016

New estimates released by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) show that U.S. driving topped 3.2 trillion miles last year. It is the fifth straight year of increased mileage on public roads throughout the nation, and underscores the demands facing America’s roads and bridges, and reaffirms calls for greater investment in surface transportation infrastructure. The new […]

Updated – Restaurants Open Christmas Eve and Day 2015

Not all of us will be home for Christmas, or comfortably seated with friends and family for a Christmas feast… some of us will be on the road.

I-95 travelers looking for a holiday meal can find it quite difficult. You’re tired and hungry so you jump of an exit only to find that every restaurant is closed.

An increasing number of chain restaurants are choosing to remain open during the holidays, or at least opening for limited hours to meet customer demand.

Here’s out list of chain restaurants open for business on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day 2015. (This listing will be updated as additional information becomes available.)

Restaurants located at Interstate Service Plazas and Welcome Centers may be required to stay open.

– Updated 12/18/15  –

  • 99 Restaurants – Open Christmas Eve Day. Closed Christmas Day.
  • Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill and Bar – Most locations will be open Ch

Restaurants Open Christmas Eve and Day 2015

Red Lobster Restaurant | 511eNews.com

Not all of us will be home for Christmas, or comfortably seated with friends and family for a Christmas feast… some of us will be on the road. Highway travelers looking for a holiday meal can find it quite difficult. You’re tired and hungry so you jump of an exit only to find that every […]

Americans Drive a Combined Average of 25 Billion Miles During the Holiday Season

Winter Traffic on I-95 | I-95 Exit Guide

Winter weather is here – just in time for many Americans to embark on holiday road trips. According to an online survey commissioned by Bridgestone Americas (Bridgestone) and fielded by Harris Poll in October 2015,* Americans log a combined national average of 25 billion miles on the road to visit family and spend a combined […]

AAA Says 46.9 Million Americans Traveling for Thanksgiving Holiday 2015

Thanksgiving Holiday Traffic | 511eNews.com

AAA Travel forecasts 46.9 million Americans will journey 50 miles or more from home during the Thanksgiving holiday, a 0.6 percent increase over the 46.6 million people who traveled last year and the most since 2007. With 300,000 additional holiday travelers, this marks the seventh consecutive year of growth for Thanksgiving travel. The Thanksgiving holiday […]

I-95 Lane and Ramp Closures in Rhode Island Thru November 20

I-95 Rhode Island Construction | I-95 Exit Guide

The Rhode Island Department of Transportation is reporting the following I-95 Interstate highway restrictions thru November 20: – Cranston/Providence: I-95 North and South at Exit 16 (Rte. 10), alternating lane closures and ramp narrowing possible for bridge work, Sunday-Thursday nights from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. the following day. – Cranston to Providence: I-95 North […]

Rhode Island I-95 Highway Restrictions Thru November 6

I-95 Rhode Island Construction | I-95 Exit Guide

The Rhode Island Department of Transportation is reporting the following highway restrictions on I-95 thru Friday, November 6, 2015 – Hopkinton/Richmond: I-95 North and South at Exit 1 (Rte. 3) and Exit 2 (Hopkinton) and the Weigh Station, watch for an off-the-road construction crew, Saturday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. – Cranston/Providence: I-95 North […]

Good Old New England Fun, The Big E Ready to Kick Off

Eastern States Exposition | I-95 Exit Guide

The Big E, the largest fair in the Northeast and fifth largest in North America, is ready to kick off its 99th year with big talent, phenomenal food, animals, rides, shopping and more! The 17-day event will feature a Mardi Gras Parade, The Big E Circus Spectacular, sponsored by Coca-Cola and top name talent like […]

Over 35 Million Traveling For Labor Day 2015, Highest Since 2008

Labor Day Holiday Traffic | 511eNews.com

The American Automobile Association (AAA) is projecting that 35.5 million Americans will travel 50 or more miles from home during the coming Labor Day holiday weekend. This number represents the highest travel volume for this holiday period since 2008… and a one percent increase over 2014. 30.4 million of these travelers will do it by […]

Memorial Day Travel Will Be Highest in 10 years Says AAA

Labor Day Holiday Traffic | 511eNews.com

The American Automobile Association (AAA) estimates that 37.2 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from their homes during the Memorial Day holiday weekend. That number represents a 4.7 percent increase from the 35.5 million people who traveled last year and the highest travel volume for the holiday in 10 years. AAA also predicts that […]

Interstate Highway System Turns 59!

New Hampshire Fall Foliage | I-95 Exit Guide

2015 marks the 59th anniversary of the Interstate Highway System. On June 29, 1956, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed the Federal-Aid Highway Act of 1956. With that stroke of the pen began the single greatest public works program in the nation’s history, the Interstate Highway System. Here’s a little information we’ve compiled that we thought […]